Upcoming Hikes
january - february 2012
MEET:
Burgh Quay
DEPART:
Sundays 10.00 am
COST:
Private bus.
€12 (unless stated otherwise)
2nd pick-up point: On the outward journey, the bus will stop briefly to collect walkers at the pick-up point. Should the bus be full on departure from Burgh Quay, this facility cannot be offered.
2nd drop-off point:
On the return journey, where indicated, the bus will stop
near the outward pick-up point to drop off any hikers. We
regret this is not possible on all hikes.
| Sunday 22 January 2012 Leader: Dave McCann 2nd pick-up point & return drop-off point: Bus stop before the roundabout at Loughlinstown. Route: Tithewer * The Viking Road * Ballinasoostia * Kilpeddar Rifle Range * Downshill * The Downs * Barry’s Bridge * Bellevue Demesne * The Octagon * Ballydonagh Lane * Coolagad * Kindlestown Upper * St Laurence’s N.S). Distance: 18km Ascent: 380m Map: OS 56, Harvey, East and West Mapping |
| Sunday 29 January 2012 Leader: Tom Kenny 2nd pick-up point & return drop-off point: Beside the pond in Sean Walsh Park on the Tallaght By-pass Route: Oasis * Carrigshouk * East Top * Mullaghcleevaun * Barnacullian * Stony Top * Tonlegee * Wicklow Gap Distance: 18km Ascent: 800m Map: OS 56, Harvey, East and West Mapping |
| Sunday 5 February 2012 Leader: Philip Hayden 2nd pick-up point & return drop-off point: Beside the pond in Sean Walsh Park on the Tallaght By-pass Route: Slade brook * Seefingan * Kippure * Lough Bray * Glencree Distance: 15km Ascent: 825m Map: OS 56, Harvey, East and West Mapping |
| Sunday
12 February 2012 * Introductory Hard Hike * Leader: Mel O’Hara 2nd pick-up point: Beside the pond in Sean Walsh Park on the Tallaght By-pass Different drop-off point on return Route: Liffey Valley Road @ GR 098 135 * Coronation Plantation * Gravale * Carrigvore * Luggala * Knocknacloghoge * Pier Gates Distance: 19km Ascent: 800m Map: OS 56, OS 62, Harvey, East and West Mapping |
| Sunday 19 February 2012 Leader: Steve Buckney 2nd pick-up point & return drop-off point: Beside the pond in Sean Walsh Park on the Tallaght By-pass Route: Black Hill C/P * Black Hill * Mullaghcleevaun * East Top * Cleevaun Lough * Ballynultagh Distance: 18km Ascent: 550m Map: OS 56, OS 62, Harvey, East and West Mapping |
| Sunday
26 February 2012 * Introductory Hard Hike * Leader: Brian Flynn 2nd pick-up point & return drop-off point: Bus stop before the roundabout at Loughlinstown. Route: Glendalough * Glendasan * Camaderry * Sevenchurches * Lugduff * Spinc * Glendalough Distance: 16km Ascent: 870m Map: OS 56, OS 62, Harvey, East and West Mapping |
| Sunday 4 March 2012 Leader: Gerry Cooke 2nd pick-up point & return drop-off point: Beside the pond in Sean Walsh Park on the Tallaght By-pass Route: Sally Gap * Carrigvore * Gravale * Duff Hill * East Top * Mullaghcleevaun * Black Hill * Ballynulty Gap Distance: 15km Ascent: 760m Map: OS 50, OS 56, Harvey, East and West Mapping |
General Hike Notes
PARTICIPATION
Mountaineering is an activity with a danger of personal
injury or death.
Participants should be aware of and accept these risks.
People who take part in our club activities
do so at their own risk and are responsible for their own
actions and involvement.
CO-ORDINATION If necessary, tickets are given out
on Sundays to ensure that participants
reserve a bus place as they arrive.
LEADER The leader has the right to refuse anyone
who is not adequately equipped (e.g., without
appropriate boots, rainwear, food, torch, hat, gloves,
etc). The leader may alter the route from
that described in the program. The leader sets the pace of
the hike and walkers are expected to
obey the leader’s instructions at all times.
EQUIPMENT It is essential to bring good rain gear
(both jacket and over-trousers) and to leave
cotton t-shirts and jeans at home! Boots must be sturdy
with proper ankle support and a rigid
non-slip sole such as Vibram.
WALKING STICKS AND RUCKSACKS Remember that
walking sticks and rucksacks cannot be
brought onto the bus and must be stowed away in the boot
during the journey.
Introductory Hike
This hike is tailored for non-members who are considering
joining the Hillwalkers Club. It offers the opportunity to
sample a typical Hillwalkers hike, as well as meeting club
members.
Interested individuals should equip themselves appropriately for a day in the hills: adequate hiking boots, waterproof coat and leggings, hat, gloves, lunch and hot / cold drinks. In order to enjoy the hike, you will need a good level of fitness.
Membership forms will be available, should you wish to join the club on completion of the introductory hike. Enquiries: 086-3563843.
Please be advised that you should not undertake any club
hiking activities: (i) if you have any known medical
ailment which may impair your ability to participate in
club activities or (ii) if you are taking any form of
medication that will put your health or safety of others
at risk. Should you be in any doubt on these matters, a
doctor should be consulted prior to undertaking any club
hiking activity.